Ganeshpur - Pusad, Yavatmal
Ganeshpur is a village situated in the Pusad tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pusad and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Pardi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganeshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur is 542769. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.34 hectares and falls under the 445204 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Ganeshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pusad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpur village had a total population of 695 people, including 352 males and 343 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.50%, with male literacy at 88.27% and female literacy at 70.31%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 695 | 352 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 45 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 271 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 81 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sevadas Nagar | South | 1.91 km |
| Pardi | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Shelu Kh. | North | 2.04 km |
| Jamshetpur | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Bhojala | East | 2.82 km |
| Nimbi | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Yeldari | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Kopra Kh. | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Gajipur | West | 4.02 km |
| Kawadipur | South | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganeshpur
Ganeshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanhargaon Naka, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pusad to Ganeshpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Ganeshpur is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganeshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganeshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ganeshpur
Where is Ganeshpur located?
Ganeshpur village is located in Pusad Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpur is Pardi.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur?
The pincode of Ganeshpur is 445204.
What is the population of Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had a total population of 695, including 352 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur?
Ganeshpur had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur was 79.50%. Male literacy was 88.27% and female literacy was 70.31%.